PT, On-Call Groundskeeper Facilities Maintenance Technician I

Walla Walla County; Walla Walla (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave accrual

County benefits information on website

Job summary

Walla Walla County is seeking a Part-Time/On-Call Groundskeeper and Facilities Maintenance Technician I to perform both indoor and outdoor maintenance tasks. The role reports to the Facilities Manager and includes groundskeeping, cleaning, and upkeep of county properties to keep them safe, clean and welcoming for staff and the public.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, substantial maintenance training or experience, and the ability to operate a range of equipment

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• At least three years of education and/or training in maintenance.
• Ten years’ experience or any combination of experience in landscaping, irrigation, chemical application in fertilizers and weed control, pruning and plant knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Maintain county grounds and facilities year-round.
• Perform indoor/outdoor maintenance, cleaning and upkeep of grounds and facilities.
• Collaborate with teammates on larger projects under supervision of Facilities Manager.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Maintenance

Ladder safety

Cleaning

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

10 years’ experience in landscaping/maintenance

Tools

Mowers

Power tools

Shovels

Job description

Position: Part-Time/ On-call Groundskeeper / Facilities Maintenance Technician I

Salary Range: $23.85 per hour to $31.97 per hour, Starting Salary: DOQ, DOE

Location: Facilities Maintenance

Employment Type: Part-time (On-Call), Courthouse Union, Benefits Apply, FLSA Non-exempt

Part Time Benefits Include:

• Benefited employees shall accrue sick leave benefits at the percentage rate of hours worked per week, to a maximum of eight (8) hours earned per month based on a forty (40) hour workweek but not less than one (1) hour per every forty (40) hours worked per County Policy 30.05.0

Visit Walla Walla County Website for detailed benefits information.

Brief Duties and Responsibilities:

This position is an on-call/per diem position. Encompasses both indoor and outdoor responsibilities focused on maintenance, cleaning, and the upkeep of grounds and facilities. The employee will execute daily maintenance tasks independently, while collaborating with colleagues on larger projects and special assignments as directed. Supervision is provided by the department Facilities Manager, who sets duties and schedules for this role. The Groundskeeper / Facilities Maintenance Technician ensures county grounds, buildings, and public spaces are maintained in a safe, clean, and attractive condition year-round. Duties include groundskeeping and landscape maintenance during spring, summer, and fall, and custodial and facility support during winter or when grounds activity is reduced. The employee operates both autonomously and as part of a team to uphold the safety, functionality, and welcoming nature of county properties for staff and the public.

Working Environment/Physical Abilities:

Work will be performed indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions. Employee must be able to climb ladders, lift up to fifty (50) pounds, bend, reach, walk, and stand for extended periods of time in completing tasks related to the job duties. Employee may be required to use and wear safety equipment including but not limited to; gloves, glasses, shoes and/or other protection as needed for the working condition, environment or cleaning element. Employee must have the physical strength to withstand strain of performing repetitive manual tasks for an extended period of time.

EQUIPMENT TO BE USED:

Employee must be able to use all equipment needed to complete tasks including but not limited to the following; brooms, vacuums, mops, buffers, riding and push mowers, power blowers, edger, trimmers, clippers, shovels, rakes, power tools and all hand tools in a safe manner.

Minimum Qualifications: Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent required. At least three (3) years of education and/or training in maintenance and the knowledge and abilities listed in the above section. Ten (10) years’ experience or any combination of experience in landscaping, irrigation, chemical application in fertilizers and weed control, pruning and plant knowledge.

Licenses and Other Requirements:

May be required to be on call during non-working hours (additional compensation applies).

SELECTION IS BASED ON QUALIFICATIONS, ORAL INTERVIEW, BACKGROUND CHECK AND DRIVING RECORD CHECK.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER / ADA COMPLIANT